SEND Teaching Assistant - Secondary School
Location: Erdington, Birmingham (B23)
Pay: £105 - £115 per day
Days: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
Start Date: January 2026 (earlier start available for the right candidate)
Contract: Long-term temporary role, with the potential for a permanent position in the future
The Opportunity
Long Term Futures are recruiting a SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils across KS3 and KS4 at a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Erdington.
This is a long-term temporary role offering consistency, structure, and the opportunity to secure a permanent school position for the right person. The school has a strong inclusion ethos, clear behaviour systems, and a supportive SEN and pastoral team.
The role would suit someone confident supporting pupils with additional needs and delivering targeted 1:1 and small-group interventions.
Your Role Will Include
Providing 1:1 and small-group SEND support
Supporting pupils with ASC, ADHD, SEMH, speech & language, and cognition & learning needs
Helping pupils regulate emotions and behaviour throughout the school day
Supporting access to the secondary curriculum, including English, Maths, Science, and wider subjects
Delivering and supporting literacy, numeracy, and social communication interventions
Assisting with routines, transitions, and behaviour support strategies
Implementing EHCP targets and personalised support plans
Feeding back progress to teachers, SENCO, and pastoral teams
Building consistent, professional relationships with pupils who need stability
We're Looking For
Experience supporting young people with SEND in a school, PRU, youth work, or similar setting
Strong behaviour management skills and a calm, patient approach
Confidence working 1:1 and with small groups
Understanding of safeguarding, professional boundaries, and confidentiality
Ability to follow behaviour plans, regulation strategies, and escalation protocols
Reliability, resilience, and commitment to a long-term role
Awareness of the secondary school environment and curriculum
An Enhanced DBS, or willingness to apply (support provided)
About the School
This is a community-focused secondary school with a well-established inclusion department. The school benefits from a dedicated SENCO, strong pastoral systems, and clear routines that support both pupils and staff.
Staff describe the environment as structured, supportive, and positive, with leadership that values consistency and the contribution of support staff.
Why Work with Long Term Futures?
Long-term, stable work in one school
Opportunity to move into a permanent role in the future
No day-to-day supply
Trial days instead of formal interviews
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
Access to free CPD, including Autism Awareness, Behaviour Management, and SEND training
Next Steps
Our simple process:
Apply with your CV
Initial call to discuss your experience and preferences
Trial day in school
Start work if the role is the right fit
All applicants will need a valid DBS and two references to be considered for a trial day.
If this role isn't suitable, please contact Tim at Long Term Futures to discuss your ideal job role